Rafter Tails Info

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Wood Rafter Tails are architectural elements that extend from the roof edge and finish the overhang with a clean, detailed look. We commonly craft them from Western Red Cedar for outdoor durability and natural beauty. Rafter tails can be produced in many profiles, sizes, and cutout styles—so you can match existing architecture or create a custom look for a new build.

Rafter Tails Options

Thickness & Finish:

  • 1 1/2" – Smooth
  • 2 1/2" – Smooth
  • 3 1/2" – Smooth
  • 4 1/2" – Smooth
  • 5 1/2" – Smooth
  • 3 1/2" – Rough Sawn
  • 5 1/2" – Rough Sawn

Common Projections

  • 10"
  • 11"
  • 11 1/2"
  • 12"
  • 15"
  • 15 1/2"
  • 16"
  • 23"
  • 23 1/2"
  • 24"
  • 35"
  • 35 1/2"
  • 36"
  • 47"
  • 47 1/2"
  • 48"
  • Need a custom projection? We can build it.

Projection – The length extending outward from the back of the piece to the furthest point.
Height – Total vertical dimension from the base to the top surface.
Thickness – Width left to right when viewing the face of the rafter tail.
Cutout Depth – Measurement from the front face to the end of the profiled cutout.

Rafter Tail Diagram PDF
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Timber Build rafter tail diagram showing projection, height, thickness, and cutout depth